Injuries

First Aid

The club provides all teams with a first aid kit for use during matches and training sessions.

We recommend to all members, that for support, there are two useful first aid apps from the British Red Cross which can be downloaded for free.

There is one app for adults, and also a second for care of children. These do not replace formal first aid training, however they can be used for reference and support if required.

Any player with a loss of consciousness should be assessed in Accident and Emergency.

Minor Injuries
e.g. Suspect fractures, cuts, sprains

St Mary's Hospital Treatment Centre
Milton Road, PO3 6DW
Tel: 0333 321 8277
Opening hours
Monday - Friday: 07:30 - 22:00
Weekends: 08:00 - 22:00

Major Injurues
e.g. Head injuries / concussion

Accident and Emergency
Queen Alexandra Hospital Portsmouth
Southwick Hill Road
PO6 3LY
Tel: 023 9228 6000

Emergencies
In the event of an emergency (i.e. severe injury)
Call 999

Injury Monitoring
England Hockey require data of injuries sustained across the sport so that trends can be identified and reported to both England Hockey’s Board and the International Hockey Federation (FIH). It is imperative that England Hockey collects this data in order to influence rules changes and improve the safety of the sport.

In order to collect meaningful data, England Hockey require clubs/associations to complete the England Hockey online ‘Injury Monitoring Form’ following injuries sustained that require one or more of the following:

• Treatment from a first aid specialist (e.g. Team doctor/ first responder)
• Hospital treatment
• Subsequent visit(s) to a GP

The reporting of injuries sustained on the field of play is a requirement for all clubs/organisations who are affiliated to England Hockey as part of England Hockey's Injury Reporting Policy.

To complete an Injury Report Form, please use this link

This form will then be reviewed by a club welfare officer, with details passed on to England Hockey injury reporting if applicable.